12 Aug 1946
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Aug 12, 1946
Page
1
Fragmentary notes describe harsh treaty terms, joint statements, and stalled decisions after conferences with Chiang Kai-shek and Chou Enlai. Reported tensions surface as negotiations drift, with emphasis on constitutional assembly, demobilization, and potential repercussions for local governments amid the Peiping-Madison frontier context.
The Italian Premier Da Gasperi warned at the Paris talks that terms are harsh and the spirit of the treaty lacks hope. He opposed Trieste provisions, warned against harsh Yugoslavian claims, and urged temperate treatment while noting Russia and Western powers differ on postwar order.
In New York and at sea, Captain Arthur defends his decision to abandon the American Parker amid a four and a half million dollar salvage quarrel. Crew members and officials discuss caution, ship stability, and the forward damage as the case unfolds.
London dispatch reports a British civilian sentenced to three months imprisonment for black market barter in Germany. The man traded cigarettes and coffee for jewellery and valuables, including 32000 area items, with other defendants also fined for similar offences.
An Indian woman in Sydney protests the White Australia policy, calling it insulting and discriminatory. The action stems from the broader independence and equality movement led by a delegation of Asian women advocating color and race rights in Australia.
The American Federation of Labour proposes a universal bill of rights including abolition of dictatorship and one party rule. It calls for asylum, freedom of opinion, and the right to emigrate, urging inclusion in international treaties and adoption by nations.
A failed uprising in Quito led by ex officers and allied figures met swift retaliation as authorities restored control. Rebels, largely retired military men, faced crackdown with arrests and detentions reported as part of the suppression effort.
Bell Aircraft Corpora tion builds a piloted rocket plane intended to surpass Mach 1. Wind tunnel tests warn controls may be hard at high speed. The craft aims for 900 mph with performance depending on control response. Concurrently Von Nida shares top finish in bestiny dole London event with an aggregate 280 in a Pehraktan speed context.
A violent clash between white soldiers and Black residents in Athens Alabama erupted in a riot with many injured and arrests. National Guard mobilized to restore order as white crowds tried to enter a local area and authorities pledged to quell further disturbances.
Historical notes describe Hitler and top generals pushing a war framed as ideological. Prosecution cites a secret document signed by Keitel ordering terror to crush resistance and a plan to exterminate Jewish Bolshevik elements, accusing Hitler of sending millions to death.
London reports summarize French counter proposals to the United States zonal plan for Germany. France would keep Saar control away from central agencies and use German operatives to temporarily unite economic administration without altering political unity. Britain and America see no new ideas and favor German agencies for unity. Russia offers no view.
Report from Madrid notes India endures severe hunger with prisoners and civilians underfed. 1900 calories claimed for some, 960 for Indians, as authorities cut rations and struggle to import food and water for prisoners, refugees, and army needs. Official blame falls on government neglect of agriculture in overpopulated nation.
London dispatch reports further ration increases foreshadowed in Germany as occupation policy shifts. Hyd announced broader distribution changes and urged German youth toward reconstruction, while British and Soviet reactions were noted as part of the world stance.
In Geneva delegates from Australia and Norway push for an international body to supply food to needy nations and prevent famine. US and Soviet voices stress continuity of relief shipments via established agencies as the General Assembly weighs the path forward.
Rumors claiming a new Caribbean earthquake threaten the Dominicas and Farther Provinces trigger government action. Authorities report prosecutions for spreading fear and false reports, with at least 80 cases filed to curb panic and unrest amid widespread demoralization among inhabitants.
Prague report says UNRRA Director General Le Gastdin received six pints of Pilsner beer during a reception. The episode prompts questions about grain aid, with officials noting possible missteps in protocol and potential impact on relief programs for Czechoslovakia and neighboring regions.
Seer James Bey Hussein reports that Palestine Arabs may attend London talks on Palestine after High Commissioner General Cunningham said discussions would focus on the federal plan and be open to Arab suggestions. Police intervened in a separate incident as three men were found with wires near a government hospital, and exchanges of fire occurred.
An unreadable OCR fragment mentions a bid for finishings and equipment from a waterfront firm, with names like Jaman O'Neil and Beatie. The text is garbled, but indicates a purchase or contract process and a potential court or meeting linked to the nominal sums and obligations.
The record shows 35,180,000 in civil employment nationwide with substantial uncertainty in the New York services sector. Unemployed total around 2,210,000, with many individuals seeking work yet data inexact and fragmented across sources.
A Royal Queensland Aero Club Tiger Moth crashed on takeoff at Maryborough aerodrome. Pilot William Hilsen, 24, Greenslopes, Brisban, and mechanic Jack Thorney, 22, Asharove, were injured as the aircraft burst into flames. Hilsen died at Maryborough Hospital.
In New Delhi on Sunday the Viceroy Lord Wavell invited the Congress Party to form an interim government after the Muslim League refused British plans for a joint rule. Nehru spoke at a meeting warning of possible communal tension as arrests rose during protests marking the fourth anniversary of Congress leaders’ arrest. British soldiers faced stone-throwing and dispersal actions by police and troops.
Soviet wants in straits perwaue ae ee eae Sa London. Budday Cardanslin and a auriden iotent plore fooled the anesting of the sugpakorienk freind and made impossible start India v Gloucester at Cheltenham yesterday. Winhiock a strong candidate for one of the remaining places in the English team for Australia. He has scored more than 3000 runs this season. Washtwook is the only higher scorer this season. Play was possible in only three county matches Bases 7/100 v Leicester Kent 8/202 (Todd 63) v Sussex. Burrey 253 (0.4 Badeer 67, tah bootsay Barich 5/74) Middlewex
A garbled report notes tensions over U S access to a Peruvian port in a military context. Injured include American soldiers held in a Peruvian court, with the dispute centering on continued use of the port and potential court martial actions.
Fragmented report notes Soviet stance on Austrian political matters, citing concerns about nationalism, reparations, and allied influence. Mentions unclear references to German industry, economic conditions, and American involvement in Austria, with ambiguous quotes and misspelled names.
Sydnet reports plans for a country chess championship in New Wales with the champion expected to participate. A proposed match would pit the reigning titleholder against a challenger in a formal series to determine the national champion.
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